Hello Scott! I agree with Walter and Douglas that trapping is a reliable option. Be sure to drive at least 7 miles away before releasing. However, to avoid the possibility of having to relocate an entire nest here are a few additional methods available.
1. Use garlic
Mix ground garlic with vinegar and spray around the plants. This can also be mixed with the
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watering you use to water the plants.
2. Fencing the garden
Use a WIRE MESH to prevent squirrels from chewing through them. Wire mesh can be used around flower beds up to a height of 10 inches.
3. Cayenne Pepper
This is organic and won't harm your plants. Squirrel repellants can be purchased, or you can make one at home. Simply mix cayenne pepper with water and spray it on and around your plants. Squirrels have a very sensitive sense of smell and are turned away by pepper. Another method is to use repellant sprays made out of fox or bobcat urine.
4. Use a tray of water (yes, WATER!)
Squirrels often eat fruiting plants to quench their thirst. Place water near the flower beds and trees. This isn't 100% effective, but it cuts down the damage.
1. Use garlic
Mix ground garlic with vinegar and spray around the plants. This can also be mixed with the ...»
2. Fencing the garden
Use a WIRE MESH to prevent squirrels from chewing through them. Wire mesh can be used around flower beds up to a height of 10 inches.
3. Cayenne Pepper
This is organic and won't harm your plants. Squirrel repellants can be purchased, or you can make one at home. Simply mix cayenne pepper with water and spray it on and around your plants. Squirrels have a very sensitive sense of smell and are turned away by pepper. Another method is to use repellant sprays made out of fox or bobcat urine.
4. Use a tray of water (yes, WATER!)
Squirrels often eat fruiting plants to quench their thirst. Place water near the flower beds and trees. This isn't 100% effective, but it cuts down the damage.